On this episode of Next Level Minds, I sit down with serial entrepreneur Jeremy Lessaris, a visionary leader who has successfully exited multiple companies across multiple industries. With a deep understanding of what it takes to build and scale profitable businesses, Jeremy shares key insights into navigating the complexities of growth, leadership, and the exit process.

We also dive into his latest venture, VeriFee, a cutting-edge AI-driven company that helps businesses save millions on credit card processing fees. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned business owner looking to optimize operations and prepare for an exit, this episode is packed with game-changing insights.

Tune in to learn from Jeremy’s incredible track record and discover the mindset, strategies, and execution required to take your business to the next level!

Check out VeriFee: https://www.verifee.com/

Connect with Jeremy: https://jeremylessaris.com/

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On this week’s episode of Next Level Minds, I dive deep into the 5 Fs that shape a fulfilling and impactful life: Faith, Family, Fitness, Finances, and American Freedoms. These pillars serve as the foundation for personal growth, success, and leaving a legacy in life.

I break down why each of these areas is essential, how they’re interconnected, and how you can start leveling up in all five. From building a strong faith and prioritizing meaningful relationships to staying fit, achieving financial freedom, and protecting the American freedoms in this great country, this episode is packed with actionable insights and inspiration to help you create a life of purpose and impact.

If you’re ready to take your life to the next level and strengthen your foundation, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.

Tune in now and start living the 5 Fs!

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On this episode of Next Level Minds, I’m joined by Kevin Surace—renowned entrepreneur, innovator, keynote speaker, and AI expert—for a thought-provoking and inspiring conversation. Together, we explore the intersections of business, technology, and the human experience, diving into topics like entrepreneurship, artificial intelligence, and the critical role of joy in achieving success.

Kevin shares his journey of building groundbreaking companies, leading with purpose, and navigating the ever-evolving business landscape. We discuss how joy fuels creativity and resilience, why innovation is the lifeblood of progress, and how AI is reshaping industries worldwide.

This episode is packed with actionable insights, personal stories, and strategies to help you not only excel in your career but also find fulfillment along the way.

Tune in to discover:

• How AI is transforming industries and opportunities for entrepreneurs.
• The importance of joy as a driver of creativity, innovation, and leadership.
• Kevin’s key lessons from his entrepreneurial journey.
• Why mindset, resilience, and passion are essential to leveling up.

Don’t miss this engaging conversation that will inspire you to embrace both innovation and joy as you build your next-level life and business.

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On this week's episode of Next Level Minds, as part of my "Motivation Monday" series I chat through how to finish 2024 and how to start 2025.

A lot of it has to do with planning, implementing self-awareness, and taking massive action.

If you want to finish the year strong, and start 2025 even stronger then this episode is for you.

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On this week’s episode of Next Level Minds, I had the opportunity to speak with Fred Cary. This is an amazing episode with an extremely successful entrepreneur. We discussed the following:

How to get your business idea from idea phase to execution phase

The importance of building a strong brand

Strategies and mindsets to implement to overcome failures and setbacks

How to find your version of success

And much more

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https://fredcary.com/

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We are reposting this episode in honor of Veteran's Day!

On this week's episode of Next Level Minds I had the opportunity to sit down with Rick Yarosh. He is is a Retired US Army Sergeant turned husband and father of two. He served in Iraq for nine months before being severely injured by an IED while on patrol in Abu Ghraib on September 1, 2006.

Rick suffered 2nd and 3rd-degree burns on over 60% of his body, had his right leg amputated below the knee, lost both ears, nose, multiple fingers, and most of the function in both hands. He spent half a year in the Brooke Army Medical Center in San Antonio, Texas, recovering.

For his heroic service, Rick received the purple heart and was inducted into the National Wrestling Hall of Fame.

Since then, he has spoken to millions from all walks of life, including sports teams, schools, churches, the military, non-profits, and even on Fox News! His message of overcoming adversity and turning a negative situation into a positive one has made Rick one of the world's HOPE experts.

We chatted all about how to overcome an adversity, the importance of having hope, and ways to stay mentally strong.

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On this week's episode of Next Level Minds, I had the opportunity to speak with Nina Sossamon-Poque

Nina Sossamon-Pogue is an inspirational thought leader who reframes resilience and empowers audiences to create successful futures.

With a background as a former USA gymnast, Emmy-winning television news anchor, tech executive, and now a sought after speaker and author, Nina shares a unique framework for resilience and emboldens audiences to envision their futures in new and innovative ways.

Nina’s experience as a communicator powers her ability to share her framework for handling a challenge.

She’s had her own success, now she is passionate about other people’s success.

Nina left her role as a Vice President at a publicly traded SaaS company to embark on a mission to empower hardworking individuals to thrive through tough times.

Drawing from her own experiences of success and failure at the highest levels of sport, television, and corporate America, Nina researched other high achievers to understand why some businesses and individuals thrive during adversity while others get stuck or fail.

Her findings culminated in her first book, "THIS is Not The End," in 2019 and then the creation of her science-based, stoic philosophy-infused resilience framework: Resilience Route Navigator.

Nina now dedicates herself full-time to writing, speaking, and sharing her message of resilience. Her dynamic blend of experience, science, and stoicism is igniting people around the globe to achieve new levels of success.

We discuss business, entrepreneurship, sports, overcoming setbacks, and many more exciting topics!

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Nina's website: https://www.ninasossamonpogue.com/

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On this week's episode of Next Level Minds, I had the opportunity to speak with Wayne Mullins.

Wayne is a proud husband, father of 4, founder and CEO of Ugly Mug Marketing, entrepreneur and author. Over the past 20 years, he has scaled multiple companies and helped hundreds of entrepreneurs do the same with their companies. He has personally worked with clients in over 100 industries – from every corner of the globe. It started when he left a successful sales career to start his own business, and there sure has been some learning points along the way.

We chat all about entrepreneurship, building culture, establishing a mission & vision, scaling companies and much more.

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Wayne's Company: https://www.uglymugmarketing.com/

Wayne's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fireyourself/

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